Sharon FronkRealtor® · Howard Hanna
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This 1956 three-bedroom, two-bath home on 0.70 acres sits on Ruffner Road in Niskayuna, in the Niskayuna Central school district. The 1,798-square-foot house features hardwood and ceramic tile flooring, a fireplace, central air, and forced-air heat. The full walk-out basement and attached two-car garage on a paved driveway provide practical utility. The property's standout feature is the extensively landscaped backyard, developed over three decades with mature gardens, fruit trees, and perennial plantings that change seasonally. The home requires updating and renovation but has solid structural bones and layout; there is no HOA.
Nestled in one of Niskayuna's most desirable neighborhoods, 1171 Ruffner Road presents a rare opportunity for buyers with vision. This home is in need of significant updating and renovation, but its solid construction, great layout, and exceptional location make it well worth the investment. Whether you're looking to restore its original charm or create your dream home from the ground up, the possibilities here are truly endless. The true showpiece of this property lies just beyond the back door. Lovingly cultivated over the past 30+ years, the backyard is a breathtaking botanical retreat that reflects decades of passion and dedication. Mature flowering gardens, fruit-bearing trees, and thoughtfully placed plantings create a peaceful, ever-changing landscape that simply cannot be replicated overnight. Every season brings new colors, blooms, and harvests, making this an extraordinary setting for gardeners, nature lovers, or anyone seeking a private outdoor sanctuary. Properties offering this combination of incredible potential, a premier Niskayuna location, and such a remarkable landscape are few and far between. Bring your contractor, your imagination, and your vision--this is your chance to transform a home with amazing bones into something truly spectacular while preserving one of the area's most cherished gardens.
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Niskayuna is in Schenectady County, NY. There are currently 33 active listings here, ranging from $30,000 to $1,990,000. Listings in this address fall under the Niskayuna school district. Priced 24% below the Niskayuna median of $425,000.
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KW Platform · Listed by Kyle R DeMeo (33459)
Contact: 518-269-6588
MLS #202621940 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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